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Mr. C. F. Spencer

A master at the school, involved in teaching.

minor

Also known as C. F. Spencer, Spencer, Mr. Spencer

First appearance: now talking about cricket

Mr. C. F. Spencer shows up with force in The Guardian. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The reluctant guardian assigned to look after Thomas; initially dismissive but gradually drawn into interaction.
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